Keynote Topics

Fit For The Future

Thriving, not just surviving, in a disrupted world

The world is changing faster than ever before. Digital disruption, global reach, and the changing workplace affect us all. That’s bad news if you think you can get by with what has always worked before. But it’s exciting news if you’re willing to embrace the new opportunities.

Take an inspiring, eye-opening, and engaging ride into the future to learn about the global megatrends shaping your industry, the mindset that helps you lead the change, and the skills you need to get things done in a fast-changing world.

Disruption By Design

Innovate from the inside out

Most disruption happens from new competitors, and often even from outside your industry. Innovation and disruption are two sides of the same coin: Disruption is when change happens to you, innovation is when you lead the change yourself.

Innovation is everybody’s business now, and the best organisations and teams foster a culture of ongoing innovation. Successful teams make innovation a habit, so it becomes embedded into everyday work and an important part of the culture.

The Best Workplace on Earth

Attract and keep the best people

The workplace of the future will be very different from the workplace of today. It’s not just technology and automation – it’s about the environment you create for attracting the smart, talented, savvy people with the skills you need for future-proofing your organisation.

The bad news is that those “stars” are in demand, and can choose where they work. Are you providing the workplace that will attract and keep them?

The New Rules for High Performance

Channeling chaos for staying ahead of the game

The old rules for success don’t work in our fast-changing world. Traditional goal-setting fails because the world is changing too fast, jobs and careers aren’t safe, and established businesses are being disrupted by nimble start-ups.

Change always brings opportunity. Be ready for it by knowing what will matter most, learning what will prepare you best, and leveraging the opportunity to set yourself apart.

The Future of Work

The skills you need for the future aren’t technical, task-oriented skills – because those skills will become obsolete through automation and artificial intelligence.

Identify and develop the skills you will need to thrive in the workplace of the future, so you can future-proof your career, collaborate and innovative in the most productive way, and stay ahead of the game in a fast-changing world.

Breakout Topics

Add one of these sessions to leverage Gihan’s impact and value at your conference.

Open Up

– Be a Possibility Thinker

The future belongs to possibility thinkers, who see opportunity, embrace change, and act with confidence even in an uncertain world. Open up to new possibilities, so you can build on the past but reach for the future.

Step Up

– Create Your Personal Brand

The best people aren’t afraid to stand for something that matters to them. Discover the six ingredients to build a powerful personal brand, so you become known for what you know.

Ask The World

– Find Talent Everywhere

The best people to solve your problems might be outside the four walls of your office and the narrow domain of your expertise. Reach out to a world that’s willing to help, and tap into endless talent, skills, and expertise.

Think Like a Futurist

– Find More Opportunities

When faced with an uncertain future, don’t think small. Instead, scan wider and look for more opportunities, knowing you can make smart decisions later about how to prioritise them.

Decide!

– Make Better Decisions, Faster

Don’t judge your decisions based on hindsight because hindsight is too late! The best teams use the benefit of foresight to make better decisions – and faster – even in an uncertain, ever-changing world.

Channelling Chaos

– High Performance in a Fast, Flat and Free World

The old processes for strategy, goal-setting, and performance don’t work in our fast-changing world. Learn how high-performance teams thrive in chaos and collaborate to overcome obstacles.

Customers On Your Side

– Be a Truly Customer-Centric Organisation

The best way to be customer-centric is to bring your customers inside your business, so they act like partners in your business. When you get customers on your side, you tap into their diversity, create long-term loyalty, and future-proof your role in the customer journey.

Magnetic Messages

– Cut Through The Clutter

When you craft a magnetic message, it has deeper impact, a wider reach and a life of its own long after you’ve gone. Learn to be more persuasive, and it will transform your personal and professional life.

The Best Workplace on Earth

– Attract and Keep The Best Talent

The best workplace of the future creates the environment for attracting the smart, talented, savvy people with the skills you need for future-proofing your organisation.

What People Say

“Gihan’s candid style and humour won over the packed house from the moment he began speaking. It came as no surprise when he received the highest rating of all the guest speakers we had on the day. If you get a chance to bring him into your organisation or conference, I strongly recommend you do so before someone else books him.”

JLLBansrelal Goshichand, Marketing Manager – Corporate Solutions

“Gihan’s professional, thorough and collaborative approach were evident in all our dealings with him. Framed by Gihan’s entertaining presentation style, his relevant knowledge of key issues in local and global context, practical tips and tools for the workplace, and his understanding of emerging trends resonated with the group and contributed to our leadership conference’s success. Overwhelmingly positive feedback and light-bulb moments from delegates.”

WesfarmersNatasha Mutch, Corporate Communications Manager

“Gihan delivered an engaging and thought-provoking presentation, and moderated the panel discussion with intelligent, well-researched questions. It has been a pleasure to work with him, due to his outstanding responsiveness, effective and always reliable communications, and easy-going nature.”

“A great closing session to our leadership forum. Delivered with thought, humour and energy, Gihan shared challenging insights about the pace of change in a disrupted world. One of the most engaging and interesting speakers I’ve had the pleasure of working with.”

TALSimone Kilby

“You have a lot of new fans in the Bendigo family. All I have heard about is how good the day was and how engaging and energetic your keynote was.”

Bendigo and Adelaide BankDennis Teale, State Manager - Western Australia

“A great closing keynote presentation – engaging and thought-provoking. Our attendees loved it, and it rounded off the day perfectly.”